Glossary of Moroccan terminology
Glossary of Moroccan terminology
Guide to Moroccan real estate, legal, currency and visa terminology.
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This article is intended as a preliminary guide only and refers to some but not all elements required to consider in detail prior to starting any property dealings or due diligence. Property dealings are often complex, especially in foreign countries and we highly recommend you seek independent professional advice... read more...
Dar
House built around a central courtyard
Medina
Old, usually walled city centres with narrow streets
Kazbah
A fortress where the local leader lived, usually with high walls
Off-plan
Property for sale which is yet to be built, or not completed
Melkias
A title deed used for properties not registered in the Land Registry usually located in a medina
Adoul
A Muslim Notary
Riad
House built around a central garden
Titre Foncier
Title Deeds
Samsar
Local real estate agent
Souk
Traditional market
Carte Sejour
Residency visa
Ville Nouvelle
New City
Moroccan Dirham
The currency of Morocco
See also:
Visas and work permits for Morocco
Areas to rent and buy property in Morocco
For Sale: Nordic and Moroccan heritage in the Palmeraie
This article and the above linked artciles are not complete and are intended as preliminary guides only. These guides refer to some elements to consider prior to starting any property dealings or due diligence. Property dealings are often complex areas, especially in foreign countries and we highly recommend you seek independent professional advice... read more...
